Trump says Iran ceasefire is on ‘life support’ The US and Iran remain far apart in reaching a diplomatic solution to the conflict, with the US president called an Iranian proposal ‘a… by Associated Press May 12, 2026 News
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Trump administration sows confusion as it tries to reopen Strait of Hormuz The US’s messaging is pinballing from declarations that the ceasefire is holding, to threats of new bombing… by Associated Press May 7, 2026 News
US to ‘guide’ stranded ships from Hormuz US President Donald Trump says the US will ‘guide’ stranded ships from the Strait of Hormuz, starting Monday… by Associated Press May 4, 2026 News
Iran ceasefire extended indefinitely US President Donald Trump extended the truce in Iran a day before it was about to expire, even as a new round of peace… by Associated Press April 22, 2026 News
Trump offers mixed messages about path ahead As the ceasefire draws to a close, Trump has declared he’s in no rush to end the conflict, while also expressing optimism about peace… by Associated Press April 21, 2026 News
US-Iran ceasefire talks end without agreement The US military has said it will blockade Iranian ports after ceasefire talks in Pakistan ended without agreement… by Associated Press April 13, 2026 News
PODCAST: Where’s the White House dog? US presidents have traditionally loved their dogs. Donald Trump? Not so much …… by Robyn Curnow April 13, 2026 Opinion·Pods
PODCAST: ‘Sharp Sharp’ – The Taco, the GNU and the ANC rebels The sharp take on Trump, political manoeuvring and entrepreneurship in South Africa… Rob RoseZukile Majova April 10, 2026 Opinion·Pods
Trump pulls back on threats at 11th hour The US, Israel and Iran have agreed to a two-week ceasefire as Trump pulls back on his threats… by Associated Press April 8, 2026 News
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